Driver/ Field Assistant

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA); Town of Freetown (NY); On-site; USD 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Attractive benefits

Excellent working conditions

Job summary

An international agricultural organization is seeking a Driver/Field Assistant in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The successful candidate will transport staff and partners, maintain vehicles, and assist in field activities while demonstrating excellent communication skills in English and Creole. Ideal applicants possess a National Diploma or relevant experience and a valid Driver's license. This role offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits in a pleasant work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in similar role.
• Possession of valid Driver's license is required.
• Experience in field activities and vehicle maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Convey staff and partners for official activities.
• Drive and maintain official vehicles.
• Assist Field supervisors with field activities.
• Record vehicle logbooks, including mileage and maintenance.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and refuel as needed.
• Support Technical Officers during field assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Communication skills in Creole

Defensive driving knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative & integrity

Valid driver's license

National ID

Education

National Diploma in related course

O’ Level with 6 years experience

Job description

Position: Driver/ Field Assistant

Contract: 2-year renewable contract Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

The Driver/ Field Assistant will convey staff and partners to different locations within and outside the station for official activities, drive and maintain official vehicles efficiently as instructed by supervisor.

Closing Date:- 23 March 2026

DUTIES

• Carry out driving duties as instructed by the Supervisor.
• Assist Field supervisors with field activities including field plot establishment and data collection.
• Drive vehicle within and outside duty station to transport personnel, materials and supplies including out of hours, weekends and or public holidays as required.
• Record all vehicle logbooks which includes mileage, maintenance history and fuel consumption.
• Report potential mechanical faults on vehicles as soon as they are discovered.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and ensure that all vehicles are fueled when due.
• Provide support to Technical Officers during field assignments.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATION

National Diploma in any related course with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience or O’ Level with a minimum of six (6) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of valid Driver's license is required.

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must:

• Have excellent communication skills in English and Creole (writing, reading, and speaking).
• Be able to speak English and Creole fluently, with knowledge of driving across Sierra Leone.
• Have good knowledge of defensive driving with excellent awareness of driving rules and regulations.
• Have the ability to work under pressure.
• Possess a valid driving license and national identification number/card.
• Demonstrate initiative, high moral standards, integrity, a positive attitude, and strong team spirit.

REMUNERATION

We offer highly competitive salaries with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.